Duty and Regulatory Compliance Lead Manchester Full Time, Permanent Working Schedule: Monday-Friday, Office Hours 50,000- 60,000 per Annum + BenefitsA rapidly growing regulated consumer goods business is seeking a Duty and Regulatory Compliance Lead to take ownership of its excise duty and product compliance obligations. This newly created role will ensure the company is fully prepared for upcoming regulatory changes and compliant with all excise, customs, and product safety requirements.The successful candidate will play a key role in designing internal systems, maintaining accurate audit-ready records, and working cross-functionally with operations, procurement, finance, and external authorities to manage risk and ensure seamless regulatory adherence.Key ResponsibilitiesRegister the business and products with HMRC for applicable excise regimesImplement excise payment or duty suspension systems, such as bonded warehousingManage the application, tracking, and control of HMRC-issued duty stamps or equivalentsMaintain comprehensive records of product movements, stock levels, and duty liabilitiesSubmit excise returns and support ongoing compliance reportingEnsure products meet all applicable safety, emissions, and technical standardsOversee packaging and hardware compliance with environmental and consumer safety regulations (e.g., RoHS, WEEE, UKCA)Collaborate with warehouse, sales, and procurement teams to ensure compliant supply chain operationsAct as the main point of contact